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Discover how George Frideric Handel’s Messiah went from a frantic 24-day marathon to a life-saving masterpiece. This video explores the legendary April 13, 1742, Dublin premiere that freed 142 men from debtors' prison and forever changed the landscape of classical music. Highlights include: The 24-Day Miracle: How Handel composed 259 pages in ...
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